Almost Time for the Burnin’ Metal Tenor Mouthpiece Drop!
The new BetterSax Burnin’ metal mouthpiece sounds amazing on every horn I’ve tried it with. Developed with @jodyjazzofficial, the launch is just around the corner. Can’t wait for you to try it! #saxophone #Jazz #saxophonemouthpiece #MetalMouthpiece #bettersaxburnin
Why Joe Henderson Preferred First Takes
Celebrating the legacy of Joe Henderson, born April 24, 1937. A master of the tenor saxophone, Henderson brought fire, finesse, and fearless creativity to everything he played. Do you connect with what he shares in this interview? #saxophone #jazz #joehenderson…
One Design Change Killed the American Saxophone Industry
This one change may be the catalyst for the demise of the American saxophone industry. Of course, there were more complex factors that led to saxophones no longer being made in the USA, but this design was a real game-changer…
4 Books Every Sax Player “Must” Study
Classical Saxophone Mastery Course https://bettersax.com/course/classical-saxophone-mastery/ Use Coupon Code: CSM20 to save 20% 48 Ferling Etudes https://amzn.to/4jMob1j 18 Exercises ou Etude d’apres Berbiguier https://amzn.to/3YDIwNW Top Tones for the Saxophone https://amzn.to/3GeXa84 Daily Studies – Larry Teal https://amzn.to/3GeXa84 Path to Altissimo Ben Wendel…
The Great Leo Parker Centennial
Celebrating the great Leo Parker’s 100th birthday today. This is the first chorus of a fantastic solo on The Lion’s Roar track. Easy to transcribe and a great exercise for all saxophonists. I’m playing on the BetterSax Classic baritone mouthpiece…
3 Ways to Transcribe better for sax
Here are 3 Ways you can improve your transcribing (and sax playing). Even when starting out with a super simple melody, be sure to focus on Articulation, Bends and Vibrato to capture a style. Join our Transcribing Challenge at Sax…
What are you transcribing this week?
Are you fitting in some TRANSCRIBING each week in your practice? This month in Sax School our Members are doing a transcribing challenge to boost their skills. Comment below what things YOU are transcribing right now. #saxophoneplayer #beginnersaxophone #beginnersaxophonist #beginnersaxplayer…
They Don’t Make Saxophones Like This Anymore
Let’s take a closer look at this stunning 1940s American-made Buescher Aristocrat tenor saxophone. They certainly don’t make them like this anymore! Want to know why saxophones aren’t made in the USA anymore? Watch the full video on YouTube. #saxophone…
One of My Favorite Tenor Sax Players – Gene Ammons
Remembering Gene Ammons on his birthday—born April 14, 1925. Known as “The Boss,” and “Jug” his rich, soulful tenor sax sound bridged bebop, blues, and R&B. From his early days with Billy Eckstine’s band to his influential recordings with Sonny…
Pop sax player reveals why CLASSICAL is important for your playing
🎷 Try Sax School for 14 days: https://saxschoolonline.com/join-today/ 🚀 Play better in 10 days [Free course]: https://www.saxschool.online/10-Day-Sax As an adult saxophone learner you might aspire to be a killer Jazz, Pop or Blues player, but do you include any Classical…